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Lowell plant closure raises sludge-disposal cost concerns for FY26
Summary
Chief Operator Isaac Golding told the commission the Lowell sludge facility is closed indefinitely, directing the town to more costly alternatives and potentially adding three to four additional sludge loads for FY26.
Chief Operator Isaac Golding reported that the Lowell plant has closed indefinitely to accepting sludge, and the commission is considering Brattleboro as an alternative disposal site; Brattleboro was noted as more expensive. Golding said sludge loads for FY26 could increase by approximately three to four additional loads, a change that may affect the FY26 budget.
Commissioners noted the budgetary implication and discussed operational impacts; Isaac also said he would encumber $20,000 for manhole projects in FY27 to ensure those capital repairs are reserved in next year’s budget planning.
